Showtime at the Apollo : the epic tale of Harlem's legendary theater
(Graphic Novel)
Author
Contributors
Smith, James Otis, illustrator.
Published
New York : Abrams ComicArts, [2018].
Status
Central - Adult Graphic Novel
GRAPH 792.09747 FOX
1 available
GRAPH 792.09747 FOX
1 available
Copies
| Location | Call Number | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Central - Adult Graphic Novel | GRAPH 792.09747 FOX | Available |
Description
Ted Fox's graphic novel adaptation of the definitive history of the Apollo brings the legendary Harlem theater to life.
Since its inception as an African-American theater in 1934, the Apollo, and the thousands of entertainers who performed there, have led the way in the presentation of swing, bebop, rhythm and blues, jazz, gospel, soul, funk and hip-hop—along with the latest in dance and comedy. The Apollo has nurtured and featured thousands of artists, many of whom have become legends. The beauty they have given the world—their art—transcends the hatred, ignorance, and intolerance that often made their lives difficult.
Today, the Apollo enjoys an almost mythical status. With its breathtaking art by illustrator James Otis Smith, this graphic novel adaptation of Showtime at the Apollo brings to life the theater’s legendary significance in music history, African-American history, and the culture of New York City.
More Details
Published
New York : Abrams ComicArts, [2018].
Format
Graphic Novel
Physical Desc
xv, 224 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Language
English
Notes
General Note
Includes index.
Description
Since its inception as an African-American theater in 1934, the Apollo, and the thousands of entertainers who performed there, have led the way in the presentation of swing, bebop, rhythm and blues, jazz, gospel, soul, funk and hip-hop-along with the latest in dance and comedy. The Apollo has nurtured and featured thousands of artists, many of whom have become legends. The beauty they have given the world-their art-transcends the hatred, ignorance, and intolerance that often made their lives difficult. Today, the Apollo enjoys an almost mythical status. With its breathtaking art, this graphic novel adaptation of Showtime at the Apollo brings to life the theaters legendary significance in music history, African American history, and to the culture of New York City.
Table of Contents
1. The Apollo: home --
2. Harlem before the Apollo --
3. The 1930s: swingin' --
4. Amateur night and the Apollo audience --
5. The 1940s: boppin' --
6. The 1950s: rockin' --
7. Roots: blues and gospel at the Apollo --
8. The 1960s: soulful --
9. The 1970s: funky --
Afterword. How the Apollo got its groove back (the end; and a new beginning).
Subjects
LC Subjects
African American entertainers -- Comic books, strips, etc.
African American theater -- New York (State) -- New York -- History -- 20th century -- Comic books, strips, etc.
Apollo Theater (New York, N.Y. : 125th Street) -- Comic books, strips, etc.
Fox, Ted, -- 1954- -- Showtime at the Apollo -- Adaptations -- Comic books, strips, etc.
Graphic novels
Harlem (New York, N.Y.) -- History -- Comic books, strips, etc.
Music-halls (Variety-theaters, cabarets, etc.) -- New York (State) -- New York -- Comic books, strips, etc.
New York (N.Y.) -- Buildings, structures, etc. -- Comic books, strips, etc.
African American theater -- New York (State) -- New York -- History -- 20th century -- Comic books, strips, etc.
Apollo Theater (New York, N.Y. : 125th Street) -- Comic books, strips, etc.
Fox, Ted, -- 1954- -- Showtime at the Apollo -- Adaptations -- Comic books, strips, etc.
Graphic novels
Harlem (New York, N.Y.) -- History -- Comic books, strips, etc.
Music-halls (Variety-theaters, cabarets, etc.) -- New York (State) -- New York -- Comic books, strips, etc.
New York (N.Y.) -- Buildings, structures, etc. -- Comic books, strips, etc.
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Citations
APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Fox, T., & Smith, J. O. (2018). Showtime at the Apollo: the epic tale of Harlem's legendary theater . Abrams ComicArts.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Fox, Ted, 1954- and James Otis, Smith. 2018. Showtime At the Apollo: The Epic Tale of Harlem's Legendary Theater. New York: Abrams ComicArts.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Fox, Ted, 1954- and James Otis, Smith. Showtime At the Apollo: The Epic Tale of Harlem's Legendary Theater New York: Abrams ComicArts, 2018.
Harvard Citation (style guide)Fox, T. and Smith, J. O. (2018). Showtime at the apollo: the epic tale of harlem's legendary theater. New York: Abrams ComicArts.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Fox, Ted, and James Otis Smith. Showtime At the Apollo: The Epic Tale of Harlem's Legendary Theater Abrams ComicArts, 2018.
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